Jordan Spieth Confirms 49ers Enterprises’ Investment in Leeds is Complete
Leeds United Football Club has recently undergone a change in ownership, with 49ers Enterprises taking over the majority stake previously held by Andrea Radrizzani. This news has attracted the attention of several high-profile individuals, including professional golfers Jordan Spieth, Rickie Fowler, and Justin Thomas. However, it has now been confirmed that Fowler has withdrawn his interest in the investment following the club’s relegation from the Premier League.
Just two weeks after their relegation, Leeds United found themselves under new ownership as 49ers Enterprises acquired a 56 percent stake in the club. This marked the end of Radrizzani’s six-year tenure as owner of Leeds United. The takeover caught the attention of professional golfers Spieth, Fowler, and Thomas, who expressed their interest in investing in the club.
However, Spieth has now revealed that Fowler will no longer be joining him and Thomas in this venture. When asked about Fowler’s involvement, Spieth stated, “I don’t think so, no. I think he decided once they were relegated against it.” It appears that the relegation of Leeds United played a significant role in Fowler’s decision to withdraw his interest.
Despite the setback of relegation, Spieth remains optimistic about the investment opportunity. He explained, “Relegation wasn’t ideal, but we got involved with the 49ers group who were purchasing a larger share to own Leeds United. They have been successful in various ventures, and we thought it would be a really cool opportunity. Leeds is a big city with a historic club and a great venue at Elland Road. When we started looking into it, it was really exciting.”
The relegation allowed for a renegotiation of the investment terms, which ultimately led to a more favorable deal. Spieth expressed his enthusiasm for being emotionally invested in a team, stating, “We’re just watching, but I’m really excited to have a team I’m emotionally invested in. I’ve been following Premier League soccer for the past few years, and now it’ll be Championship soccer for a while, with hopes of returning to the Premier League soon.”
When asked about the status of their investment, Spieth confirmed that it is now complete. He and Thomas are now involved in a very minor stake within the larger 49ers association. Spieth also humorously mentioned the success of the 49ers in beating his NFL team, the Dallas Cowboys, every year, stating, “If you can’t beat them, join them.”
The investment by 49ers Enterprises in Leeds United marks an exciting development for both the club and the golfers involved. It highlights the growing trend of athletes diversifying their investments beyond their respective sports. The involvement of high-profile individuals like Spieth and Thomas brings added attention and credibility to the venture.
Leeds United fans can look forward to the support and enthusiasm of these golf stars as they navigate the challenges of the Championship and work towards a return to the Premier League. With the backing of 49ers Enterprises and the emotional investment of Spieth and Thomas, Leeds United has a promising future ahead.
In conclusion, the confirmation of 49ers Enterprises’ investment in Leeds United by Jordan Spieth brings an exciting development for both the club and the golfing community. Despite Rickie Fowler’s withdrawal from the investment, Spieth remains optimistic about the opportunity and looks forward to supporting Leeds United on their journey back to the Premier League. With the backing of 49ers Enterprises and the involvement of high-profile individuals like Spieth and Thomas, Leeds United has a bright future ahead.